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John Newcombe

JOHN NEWCOMBE- The Legend STYLE OF PLAY Newks big serve and volley game, along with his famous `Buggy Whip` forehand represented the best in the game during his time. John is known as a clever match player and tactician. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS 1964 - US National Mixed Doubles Champion 1965, 67 - Australian Doubles Champion 1965, 66, 68-70, 74 - Wimbledon Doubles Champion 1967, 70, 71 - Wimbledon Singles Champion 1967 - French Doubles Champion 1967 - US National Singles and Doubles Champion 1969, 73 - French Open Doubles Champion 1971, 73, 76 - Australian Open Doubles Champion 1971, 73 - US Open Doubles Champion 1973 - Us Open Singles Champion QUICK FACTS 1963-76 - Member Australian Davis Cup Team 1967, 70, 71, 73, 75 - Ranked #1 in World Singles 1974 - WCT Singles Champion 1976-78 - President Association of Tennis Professionals World renowned commentator and tennis analyst for CBS, NBC, Channel 9 Australia

John Newcombe is undoubtedly one of the finest tennis players ever to set foot on a tennis court. His 26 Grand Slam Titles including 3 Wimbledon, 2 US Open and 2 Australian singles titles lay testament to this claim. John was also a shining star in Australian Davis Cup play during it's heyday. His most recent tennis accomplishment was leading Australia to the title in 1999 as Davis Cup Captain. More important than all of his titles, John is recognized as one of the classiest and most likeable personalities in the World of Sport and Celebrity Athletes. He is a true Champion in every sense of the word! » John Newcombe Photo Gallery